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Technology Transfer & Commercialization Support Scheme

The Government of Kerala has launched the scheme “Technology Transfer & Commercialization Support Scheme” through Kerala Startup Mission to support startups that have purchased or sourced Technology licenses from any Government research Institution in India.

Authority

State

Region

Kerala

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- This scheme intends to support Technology License/Transfer Startups by providing funding support of a maximum of ₹10 Lakhs in the form of reimbursement for the startups, who have paid to the Research Institution. | - The support is limited to 90% of the technology fee to be paid to the Research entity.

Who can apply

The startup should be a registered company in Kerala as an LLP or Pvt. Ltd company and should have an active registration with KSUM at the time of application.; The startup company has DIPP registration and an ‘Active’/ ‘Active Compliant’ status with MCA.; The startups shall not have any other pending dues with any of the Government agencies, KSUM, or Other incubators in the state and shall not be blacklisted by any Govt. agency in India; The women co-founder should have a majority stake in the startup.; The Startup should be registered in Kerala.; License/Technology to be sourced from any Government research institution in India and a fee will be paid to the institution.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the “Technology Transfer & Commercialization Support Scheme”?

Under the scheme, the Government of Kerala will provide support to women startups that have purchased or sourced Technology Licenses from any Government research Institution in India and are working on it to develop as a commercializable product.

What does “Women Entrepreneurs” mean?

Women entrepreneurs are defined as women or a group of women who initiate, organize, and operate a business enterprise.

Which is the implementing department of this scheme?

Kerala Startup Mission, Government of Kerala

Which types of enterprise/startup are eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?

The women startups which are registered in Kerala as an LLP or Pvt. Ltd company and should have an active registration with KSUM are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Is it necessary for a startup to be registered with DPIIT?

Yes, the startup company has DPIIT registration and an 'Active'/ 'Active Compliant' status with MCA.

Is it necessary for a startup to be registered in Kerala?

Yes, the Startup should be registered in Kerala.

What is the benefit of the scheme?

This scheme intends to support Technology License/Transfer Startups by providing funding support of a maximum of [?]10 Lakhs in the form of reimbursement for the startups, who have paid to the Research Institution.

Will 100% support be provided for paying the technology fee?

No, the support is limited to 90% of the technology fee to be paid to the Research entity.

Which are the startups not eligible for the scheme?

The startups having any other pending dues with any of the Government agencies, KSUM, or Other incubators in the state or blacklisted by any Govt. agency in India are not eligible for the scheme.

How can an applicant unit apply under the scheme?

The application form can be submitted online through the Official website of the Kerala Startup Mission, Government of Kerala. https://startupmission.kerala.gov.in/login